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BCHA Actions in Response to the Current Coronavirus Pandemic
(UPDATED 03/26/2020)
Isolation Order issued for Blaine County.
Due to the community spread of the coronavirus in Blaine County, the Governor of Idaho has issued an "Isolation Order" for Blaine County. (story here).
In response to the Governor's Isolation Order and in the interest of public health and "flattening the curve" of coronavirus transmissions, the Blaine County Housing Authority will continue to take proactive measures in response to the current pandemic.
UPDATE 03/25/2020: The jurisdictions of Blaine County are increasing the number of restricted activities for residents and visitors of Blaine County. Among the new restrictions proposed are the following (taken from the article in the Idaho Mountain Express dated 03/25/2020):
BCHA Offices
Blaine County Housing Authority’s offices are closed to the public indefinitely and staff will not schedule any in-person appointments nor meet with walk-in traffic during this time.
As things continue to develop locally, statewide, nationally, and internationally, BCHA will respond with appropriate measures at that time and we will keep you informed on this page if additional preventative actions are forthcoming. We thank you for your understanding during this time and encourage everyone to stay safe and be proactive.
Links and Resources Related to Coronavirus
The links below offer some information on what is known about the coronavirus and are updated with new information.
South Central Public Health District is now running two hotlines for information about COVID-19, for English, dial 208-737-1138, and for Spanish, dial, 208-737-5965.
How to Protect Yourself and Prepare for Coronavirus (NY Times)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC website)
Isolation Oder Declared for Blaine County (updated thread)
Shelter in Place Joint Press Release (from all Blaine County Jurisdictions)
For resources related to assistance, please click on the Community Resources Tab at the top of the page.
(UPDATED 03/26/2020)
Isolation Order issued for Blaine County.
Due to the community spread of the coronavirus in Blaine County, the Governor of Idaho has issued an "Isolation Order" for Blaine County. (story here).
In response to the Governor's Isolation Order and in the interest of public health and "flattening the curve" of coronavirus transmissions, the Blaine County Housing Authority will continue to take proactive measures in response to the current pandemic.
UPDATE 03/25/2020: The jurisdictions of Blaine County are increasing the number of restricted activities for residents and visitors of Blaine County. Among the new restrictions proposed are the following (taken from the article in the Idaho Mountain Express dated 03/25/2020):
- Construction of housing and commercial projects must stop.
- Plumbers, electricians and other trades can only perform work that is “immediate and essential.”
- Landscaping and “other residential service” must stop.
- Hotels and short-term rentals can’t offer lodging to people from outside the county unless they’re healthcare workers or here to perform “essential government functions.”
- Blaine County residents returning home from out of state must self-isolate at home for 14 days upon their return. Visitors entering the county from out of state must also for 14 days.
- Travel outside of Blaine County to obtain items otherwise available in the County is prohibited.
- No gatherings of non-related individuals inside homes.
BCHA Offices
Blaine County Housing Authority’s offices are closed to the public indefinitely and staff will not schedule any in-person appointments nor meet with walk-in traffic during this time.
- Staff will be working from home and will not be in the offices.
- All appointments for housing, additions to the database, etc. will be conducted either by telephone, email, or video conferencing.
- You may contact us via email (preferred): info@bcoha.org or by telephone: 208-788-6102 (if you leave a voicemail, be sure to include your contact information, including email) and staff will be happy to answer your questions and provide information on local housing options in Blaine County.
- For those paying rent, please email the BCHA office to arrange for rent payment.
- If you are currently a BCHA or Lift Tower Lodge tenant and are impacted by layoff or loss of income due to the coronavirus pandemic, please email the BCHA office to let us know of your current circumstances and to go over your options.
As things continue to develop locally, statewide, nationally, and internationally, BCHA will respond with appropriate measures at that time and we will keep you informed on this page if additional preventative actions are forthcoming. We thank you for your understanding during this time and encourage everyone to stay safe and be proactive.
Links and Resources Related to Coronavirus
The links below offer some information on what is known about the coronavirus and are updated with new information.
South Central Public Health District is now running two hotlines for information about COVID-19, for English, dial 208-737-1138, and for Spanish, dial, 208-737-5965.
How to Protect Yourself and Prepare for Coronavirus (NY Times)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC website)
Isolation Oder Declared for Blaine County (updated thread)
Shelter in Place Joint Press Release (from all Blaine County Jurisdictions)
For resources related to assistance, please click on the Community Resources Tab at the top of the page.
Equal Opportunity in Housing and Housing-Related Services
During its April 17, 2019 board meeting, the Blaine County Housing Authority Board of Commissioners passed Resolution 2019-03, affirming the policy of Blaine County Housing Authority to offer its services and housing opportunities to all qualified citizens of Blaine County regardless of a participant or applicant's race, color, religion, sex, familial status, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status.
The text of Resolution 2019-03 can be found here.
During its April 17, 2019 board meeting, the Blaine County Housing Authority Board of Commissioners passed Resolution 2019-03, affirming the policy of Blaine County Housing Authority to offer its services and housing opportunities to all qualified citizens of Blaine County regardless of a participant or applicant's race, color, religion, sex, familial status, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status.
The text of Resolution 2019-03 can be found here.
Program Information & Limits
Blaine County Housing Authority publishes its maximum housing cost and income categories each April after HUD publishes its Area Median Income (AMI) for Blaine County. For the most recent numbers, please click the links below.
2019 HUD Maximum Monthly Housing Costs
2019 BCHA Income and Asset Limits
BCHA Inquiry Form
Ownership Opportunities (Click here)
Rental Opportunities (Click here)
Lift Tower Lodge (Click here)
Blaine County Housing Authority publishes its maximum housing cost and income categories each April after HUD publishes its Area Median Income (AMI) for Blaine County. For the most recent numbers, please click the links below.
2019 HUD Maximum Monthly Housing Costs
2019 BCHA Income and Asset Limits
BCHA Inquiry Form
Ownership Opportunities (Click here)
Rental Opportunities (Click here)
Lift Tower Lodge (Click here)
BCHA has moved!
On October 1, 2018, Blaine County Housing Authority moved its offices to the Ketchum Works Building at
191 Sun Valley Road, Ketchum, Idaho (on the corner of Sun Valley Road and Washington Avenue in Ketchum).
Our office hours will remain Monday through Friday, by appointment.
Our phone number will remain (208) 788-6102.
On October 1, 2018, Blaine County Housing Authority moved its offices to the Ketchum Works Building at
191 Sun Valley Road, Ketchum, Idaho (on the corner of Sun Valley Road and Washington Avenue in Ketchum).
Our office hours will remain Monday through Friday, by appointment.
Our phone number will remain (208) 788-6102.
Housing
Click the Menu Icon above for rental and purchase options. Current applicants on BCHA's waiting list are given priority when housing comes available.
Applying for HoUSING
Download an application here to be added to the waiting list Or call our office at 208-788-6102 and schedule an appointment to speak with a housing counselor and pick up an application.
Our Mission: The Blaine County Housing Authority's mission is to advocate, promote, plan and preserve the long-term supply of desirable and affordable housing choices in all areas of Blaine County in order to maintain an economically diverse, vibrant, and sustainable community.